//About VULKAN Africa


Established as a leading provider of driveline and refrigeration solutions, VULKAN Africa - a subsidiary of the VULKAN Group - has been serving Sub-Saharan Africa with a diverse range of products and solutions since 1997. 

With our headquarters (main office or something) in Capetown and comprehensive coverage across the continent, we bring German-engineered excellence customized for an African context - from design and consultancy to manufacture, refurbishment, stockholding and world class field service.

 

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MARINE


Hybrid Propulsion and Drive Systems

From conventional propulsion to advanced hybrid systems, VULKAN's marine solutions optimize vessel performance, reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions. Our flexible couplings, shaft components, and hybrid drive solutions serve harbour tugs, offshore vessels, and commercial shipping across Africa ports.

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INDUSTRY AND ENERGY


Power Transmission for Heavy Industry

Rigid, flexible, and highly flexible couplings. Braking systems and backstops. Hydrodynamic drives. VULKAN Africa delivers complete driveline solutions for mining conveyors, crushers, mills, wind turbines, and conventional power plants - designed for the demans of African operating conditions.

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REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING


Safe Tube Connection without Brazing

The LOKRING Technology is a method in which pipes and components are permanently connected without soldering or welding.
This process is mainly used in refrigeration and air-conditioning systems because it is fast, safe, and can be performed without an open flame. VULKAN Africa is your trusted partner throughout the continent.

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116+

YEARS OF GERMAN
ENGINEERING HERITAGE

1997

VULKAN AFRICA 
WAS FOUNDED

22+

YEARS SERVING SUB 
SAHARAN AFRICA

5+

INDUSTRY SECTORS 
SERVED

Design & Consultancy

Custom engineering solutions tailored to your spedific driveline requirements and operating conditions.

Manufacture & Refurbishment

Local production and world-class refurbishment facilities ensuring minimal downtime.

Field Service & Support

Highly trained technicians providing on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance across Africa.

Stockholding and Logistics

Strategic inventory management and world-class logistics for rapid parts delivery.

Sustainable Solutions

Products designed for maximum efficiency, reducing environmental impact and operating costs.

LOKRING Technology

Advanced refrigeration and air conditioning technology for leak-proof systems.

LET'S MAKE YOUR SYSTEMS WORK BETTER

Our team of highly trained and experienced staff are passionate about bringin German-engineered solutions customized for an African context. Contact us to discuss your requirements in marine, industrial, or refrigeration applications.

22 Cumberland Rd, Paarden Eiland, 7405 Cape Town, South Africa
+27 11 609 1339